Finance Transformation Director - France

Marc Daniels; London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in London seeks a Finance Transformation Director fluent in French and English. This pivotal role involves leading comprehensive finance transformation initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring compliance with the Sarbanes-Oxley framework. You will work closely with senior leadership to modernize systems and drive data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate will possess strong post-qualification experience in finance and excel in stakeholder management and analytical skills. This is a unique opportunity to influence the financial evolution of a global organization while fostering a high-performing team culture.

Qualifications

• Certified accountant with ACA, ACCA, or CIMA qualification.
• Post-qualification experience in a senior finance position.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial transformation initiatives and streamline processes.
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements and manage internal controls.

Skills

Fluency in French

Fluency in English

Stakeholder management

Decision-making

Analytical abilities

Problem-solving

Education

ACA

ACCA

CIMA

Tools

SOX framework

Job description

A global market leading business based in London are looking for a fluent French speaking Finance Transformation Director leading the strategic design and implementation of end-to-end finance transformation initiatives for France. You will work closely with senior leadership to modernize systems, streamline processes and financial controls (SOX) and enhance data-driven decision-making across the organization. This is a high-impact leadership role with direct influence over the financial and operational evolution of our business.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee whole financial transformation initiatives, streamlining procedures and systems to increase scalability and efficiency.
• Work closely with key business stakeholders to comprehend strategic goals and convert them into workable plans for financial transformation.
• Take the lead in creating and putting into effect new financial policies, practices, and controls.
• Take responsibility for the organization's overall design, implementation, and continuing upkeep of the Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) framework.
• Verify compliance with SOX requirements, including documentation, control testing, and fixing any flaws found.
• Create and present SOX compliance training to the appropriate teams.
• Promote ongoing development in the financial department by seeing areas for process optimisation and automation.
• During times of transition, offer perceptive financial reporting and analysis to aid in decision-making.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning.

Requirements:

• A certified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or an equivalent qualification).
• The role requires fluency in both French and English (written and spoken) due to its international nature.
• Strong post-qualification experience in a senior finance position, emphasising process development and transformation.
• Comprehensive understanding and real-world expertise in setting up and maintaining a SOX framework.
• Outstanding comprehension of risk management concepts and internal controls.
• Excellent decision-making, problem-solving, and analytical abilities.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, presentation, and communication skills.

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